Windows XP

Designed for:Those who wish to learn the basics of the Windows XP operating system. The course is suitable for use with either the Windows XP Professional or Home Editions.
Prerequisites: None.
Objectives:To teach the basic principles of using Windows XP.
Benefits
·Know the basics of the Windows XP operating system
·The flexibility and value of a self-study course designed to enable you to work at your own pace
·A personalised workbook to use as a reference guide on completion of the course
·The opportunity to gain the widely recognised Pitman Training Certificate
Course Content
·Lesson One - Including: Understanding the principles of using Windows XP, The Start menu, The Taskbar menu, Opening the WordPad and Notepad programs, Common elements of a windows screen, Arranging windows on the desktop.
·Lesson Two - Including: Using Windows XP Help and Support, Creating folders, Copying, moving and deleting fles, Permanently deleting files from the Recycle Bin, Locating files using Search.
·Lesson Three - Including: Changing the date and time using the Windows clock, Using Display in the Control Panel to change the appearance of the screen, Using WordPad and Paint to create, save and print a document, Creating and using shortcuts, Using the Recycle Bin to permanently delete a shortcut.
·Lesson Four - Including: Using Internet Explorer to connect to the Internet, Entering a URL and loading the corresponding web site, Using hyperlinks to navigate a web site, Identifying the main items on the Outlook Express screen, Composing and printing messages, Sending and receiving messages.